Farm Scale Inspector #W0106

Title: Farm Scale Inspector #W0106

State Role Title: Compliance/Safety Officer II

Hiring Range: $15.79 - $19.00 per hour

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Virginia Department of Agriculture

Location: MOBILE WORKERS SW

Agency Website: https://www.vdacs.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Office of Weights and Measures, is seeking an individual to serve as a part-time Weights and Measures Farm Scale for the Southwest Virginia territory. Duties include inspection and testing of farm scales; enforcing the Virginia Weights and Measures Laws and related regulations; testing, inspecting, and determining the accuracy of weighing devices used commercially in Virginia. This position requires occasional overnight travel. The selected individual must reside or be willing to relocate within a reasonable distance of the assigned territory and must be able to meet the physical demands of the position.

This position is paid on an hourly basis; is limited to working 1500 hours per year beginning each May; and does not include benefits.

Minimum Qualifications

Basic knowledge of inspection and enforcement procedures as related to the petroleum, supermarket or scales industries (either sales or service). Must be able to record and report facts accurately; understand, interpret and apply laws and regulations; to follow instructions and work independently; and must have excellent customer service skills along with exceptional communication skills, both oral and written. Demonstrated ability to operate assigned equipment proficiently and safely, have basic mechanical and mathematical skills. This position is physically demanding, and applicants must have the ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs. (two 50-pound test weights) at times in addition to bending as needed, distinguishing colors, exhibiting manual dexterity, and working outdoors in various weather conditions. Must have (or be eligible for) and maintain a valid driver’s license, have a driving record that reflects a sense of responsibility for highway safety. H.S. Diploma/GED required.

Additional Considerations

Experience in enforcement, inspection, or investigative activities in a regulatory environment such as weights and measures are highly desirable. An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge and abilities may substitute for this education and experience.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Final candidate must successfully complete a fingerprint-based criminal background check.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 Layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: N/A

Email: hr.vdacs@vdacs.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.